Patients with morbid obesity exhibit sustained weight loss after sleeve gastrectomy (SG), but some individuals exhibit subsequent weight regain in the following years. Early weight loss was proven as a predictor of short- and mid-term weight loss and regain. However, the long-term effects of early weight loss have yet to be fully investigated. This study investigated the predictive effects of early weight loss on long-term weight loss and regain after SG. Data of patients who underwent SG from November 2011 to July 2016 and followed through July 2021 were collected retrospectively. Weight regain was defined by weight increase more than 25

Pustular abscess formation in the parotid gland is a rare complication following mumps virus infection. This is the second case report of pediatric parotid pustular abscess accompanied with mumps virus infection. Continuous antibiotics prescription without surgery is an eligible treatment for this patient.